squeek/squeel while turning steering wheel
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squeek/squeel while turning steering wheel
When I turn my steering wheel it makes a sound similar to worn brakes, I really only notice it at low speeds like in parking lots and turning at stop signs etc.
is this power steering related or brake relate?
is this power steering related or brake relate?
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Most likely your power steering pump. The reason it happens at lower speeds, when you are turning, etc, is because it takes more force to turn your tires when you are going slower, and your ps pump has to try harder. Check your fluid, see if it is full, and see how dirty it is. Keep in mind that brake fluid (or powersteering fluid) is clear. Most older trucks like these have brown - black fluid, and it is time for a fluid change. If new fluid doesn't do it, a new pump may be the answer.
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Most likely your power steering pump. The reason it happens at lower speeds, when you are turning, etc, is because it takes more force to turn your tires when you are going slower, and your ps pump has to try harder. Check your fluid, see if it is full, and see how dirty it is. Keep in mind that brake fluid (or powersteering fluid) is clear. Most older trucks like these have brown - black fluid, and it is time for a fluid change. If new fluid doesn't do it, a new pump may be the answer.
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ill check all of the above, I was suspecting ps because the brakes work great just as they should and make no noise. Thanks everyone for givign me some things to look for, ill let you know what I find out.
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Before doing anything else... measure the steering fluid level and top it, you're probably just lacking some fluid.
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